(Marvel, DC, images, manhuas, and every anime that will be mentioned and used in this story are not mine. They all belong to their respective owners. The main character "Karito Josue Valdez" and the story are mine)
No Pov
In the office of the Alan Institute, Shinji leaned back in his chair, allowing himself a moment of relaxation. Himegama, his dedicated personal assistant, attentively served him a glass of wine, her graceful movements reflecting the utmost professionalism.
(Shinji) "Thank you. That was delicious, Himegama. You have the talent for a chef."
(Himegama) "If I had chosen a culinary path, would the Institute have supported me?
(Shinji) "Chosen?" Sighs "Talents that the Institute supports are all gifts from God." Pick up his glass of wine "You cannot just simply choose. Your role is laid out before you innately."
(Himegama) "So there is no need to search for one's meaning in life."
(Shinji) "That's right. Such a fortunate thing." Looks at her face "How are you feeling?
(Himegawa) Remembers that the Guardian had stomped her cheekbone so hard that it was fractured "I'm... alright. We just simply underestimated him."
(Shinji) "That we did. There isn't anything here that can level him up or his skills... so how is he even getting stronger?"
(Himegawa) "It probably had to do with his accelerated adaptability skill."
(Shinji) "Yeah, that's probably why. We were lucky our God came to our rescue himself but... I'm concerned that he did it for the sake of a more "Entertaining" story."
(Himegawa) "Sir, we should probably hurry up with the plan before the Guardian starts getting impatient."
(Shinji) "We still have a bit of time before the scheduled "episode" but you are right. Let's quicken the paste a bit. Our God told us to do something that will make these... "readers" get more invested in our story."
(Himegawa) "Don't worry, Sir. Lord Venom gave me an idea." Starts packing up and stares at a picture of Chisato
(Shinji) "Yes, I'm aware. Please be careful how you handle Chisato."
(Himegawa) "It will depend on the situation. I cannot make promises."
(Shinji) "I'm sure you can do it. If you don't... our God will delete this timeline forcefully as he did with others that failed to meet his expectations."
(Himegawa) "Yes. I won't fail."
(Shinji) Sighs "I can't let her play make-believe forever in a place like that." Looks to the ceiling "What will you do about it... Guardian?"
Location
The skies
Pov Karito
Well, I slept like a log for hours and I didn't expect when waking up, that the plane would be stationary in the air thousands of feet above Japan. I just ignored this and went to the shower and ate some breakfast.
I walked towards the plane's emergency exit but before I left I took all of the snacks with me because... I'm a fatass and honestly, they had all of my favorite foods.
After placing all of the food inside my inventory I opened the emergency door and leaped, commencing my free fall. As I fell I mentally commanded Kara to pin me to the café's location. She gave me the directions and Toxing quickly enveloped me and created my symbiotic wings to fly in that direction.
A few seconds passed and I could see the café. I dived down to the ground and quietly landed in front of the doors of café LycoReco. I mentally sigh, knowing that I'm a few hours late but I'll come up with an excuse. They should be fine without me for a few hours so I guess I shouldn't be too worried.
I opened the café doors and saw that Chisato was placing a huge dessert on a table. Oh wait, that's the one I came up with while messing around the kitchen a few days ago.
(Chisato) "Order up!"
(Woman) Nervous laugh "Chisato, this isn't a bar."
(Abe) "Oh, are we starting to drink already?"
(Chisato) "We do have some leftovers from whatever Mizuki has been drinking."
(Abe's partner) "Mr. Abe, you're still on duty!"
(Kitamura) "This one is amazing as always. Did Karito come up with this dessert?"
(Chisato) "Indeed! It's a Chisato Special! Would you like one too, Miss Kitamura?"
(Kitamura) "I'll take one!"
The neighboring table overheard their conversation and they all ordered the same for themselves because they assumed I made it but it was Takina who saw my manual of ingredients and steps.
(Chisato) Nervous laugh "Okay. One, two, three specials." Walks towards Takina "Takina, that's three specials, okay?"
(Takina) Isn't looking at Chisato but at Karito "Where were you? You're very late."
(Karito) Whispers "Yeah I know, I patrolled until morning. I lost track of time."
(Chisato) "KARITO!" Tackle hugs him
(Karito) Unfazed "Damn, I just overslept. Sorry to make you do my part of the work Takina. You don't have to worry about it now, okay?"
(Takina) "Replacing you in the kitchen is impossible, everyone was saying that the quality of the food wasn't the same as usual. Looks like your a one and only."
(Karito) Pets Takina "Of course I am. Now go and help Chisato as a waitress alright?"
The rest of the clients noticed me and they all started to ask if I was alright because the food was a bit different but I explained for almost 10 times that I had overslept and got to work late. All the girls were talking to me as usual and the men were devouring all the food that I made.
(Takina) "Karito, don't forget about the 3 Chisato special..."
(Karito) "You seemed worried. What's wrong?"
(Takina) "It's just that... At the rate, we're going..."
No pov
After a few hours had passed, the bustling atmosphere of Café LycoReco shifted into a more relaxed setting as the staff gathered in the cozy guest room. All eyes were fixed on Takina, who was fully engrossed in searching for something on Kurumi's tablet.
(Kurumi) "We're losing money."
(Takina) "This is after we add all the money gained from requests. What do you do with the incidental costs of bullets and transportation?"
(Karito) "How the fuck are we losing money? I made this place fricking famous. Don't we also have some funding from DA? In name, it's the activity costs for Chisato as a Lycoris."
(Takina) "We are over budget, that's why. Most of our money is on weapons and food supply because everyone loves your food Karito."
(Karito) Remembers another reason why they are losing money and starts to nervously sweat
(Mizuki) Points at Karito and Chisato "It's because this thing shoots so many expensive bullets and you who makes food impossibly good."
(Kurumi) "Let's not forget about the many ingredients Karito uses to make most of his homeland's food."
(Takina) Looks at Chisato "So you say you're independent but are still relying on DA for money."
(Chisato) Whines "You're sounding like Ms. Kusunoki."
(Takina) Looks at Karito "Also, why are you so uneasy? I've known you long enough to notice when you're trying to hide something."
(Karito) "...Well..."
(Mizuki) "Well?"
(Karito) "You guys remember when I got my ass handed by the supervillains a while ago, right?"
(Mika) "...You used the money to buy supplies for countermeasures..."
(Karito) "Yup... for every single one of them..."
(Chisato) "Why didn't you tell us?"
(Karito) "Well by then I was still keeping my secret that I was Spider-Man and after ya'll knew I kind of just forgot to bring it up."
(Takina) "Do you have a plan, Karito? I'm sure you thought of something."
(Karito) "Yes, actually and it ain't that hard."
(Takina) "What are you gonna do?"
(Karito) "Don't worry about it. I got this."
With everyone in agreement, the group nodded in unison, leaving the task in Karito's capable hands. As they dispersed, Karito found himself alone with Kurumi's tablet, his eyes fixated on the device. A sense of determination and focus filled the air as he prepared to take action. Taking a deep breath, Karito snapped his fingers with purpose.
(Karito) "Hacking skill, is gonna be very useful for this."
In the blink of an eye, Karito's perspective shifted as he entered a virtual world, a realm where data and information flowed freely. Thanks to the Café's Wi-Fi system, he gained access to this planet's vast internet network, granting him an unprecedented view of its inner workings.
Navigating through the sea of data, Karito honed in on the stock market, a crucial indicator of the Café's performance and financial health. As he looked at LycoReco's chart, a sense of concern washed over him. The once thriving graph had now become a somber sight, showing a steady decline in recent times.
Frowning, Karito scrolled down further, analyzing the time and sales records. It was evident that a majority of the transactions were now sales, a clear sign of the Café's struggles. The chart had seen better days, particularly when he had first joined and brought in his unique talents. However, as time went on and expenses increased, the Café's financial standing had taken a hit, causing the stock's value to steadily drop.
(Karito) "Damn, I thought DogeCoin looked sad. How is Bitcoin doing right now?"
With curiosity piqued, Karito navigated through the labyrinth of data in the virtual world, finally setting his sights on the realm of cryptocurrencies. Among them, Bitcoin, the famous digital currency, appeared before him, its value portrayed on a fluctuating graph.
His eyes scanned the chart, and a sense of concern washed over him as he witnessed the significant decrease in Bitcoin's value. The once mighty cryptocurrency seemed to be going through a tumultuous phase, and the downward trend was evident.
(Karito) "Bro, this world's stock market is ass... time to make it worse."
Drawing inspiration from the intricate workings of the global market, he targeted a random wealthy company in China. With a virtual sleight of hand, he virtually withdrew a portion of their capital, causing a 5% decrease in their market value.
Encouraged by the initial success, he proceeded to replicate this daring move with two different multi-billion dollar companies. Like a digital maestro, he skillfully manipulated the virtual transactions, siphoning off portions of their wealth, and causing a ripple effect in their market standings.
(Karito) "I'm pulling a Cyborg right now."
In a bold move, Karito harnessed the virtual wealth he had playfully manipulated and channeled it back into Café LycoReco. With swift precision, he directed the virtual funds toward the café's financial profile, injecting it with a significant boost.
As the digital currency found its place within LycoReco's financial ecosystem, the café's stock value surged, experiencing a remarkable 15% increase. The numbers on the chart climbed steadily, reflecting the impact of Karito's unconventional actions.
(Karito) "That should last for 30 years at least, maybe even more."
He then snapped his fingers again and exited the internet.
(Karito) "Now, let's see what kind of mission has been given to us."
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In the dimly lit interior of an abandoned warehouse, two men found themselves on edge, clutching their handguns tightly, their eyes darting around as if anticipating an unseen threat. Their nerves were palpable, and the tension in the air was almost suffocating.
As they cautiously moved forward, their footsteps echoing in the emptiness, a sense of foreboding hung heavy in the atmosphere. The men peered around a corner, seeing what appeared to be an empty hall stretching out before them.
But as they took another step, an unexpected obstacle disrupted their progress. One of the men collided with an invisible barrier, causing him to stumble backward and land unceremoniously on the cold, dusty floor. Confusion and fear etched on his face as he struggled to comprehend what had just happened.
(Terrorist #1) "What the hell? Dude now is not the time to be clumsy! Spider-Man is after us!"
(Terrorist #2) "I didn't! It's like I hit an invisible wall!"
(Terrorist #1) "...Wait..."
(Spider-Man) Turns of camouflage "Here's Johnny!"
With swift and decisive action, Spider-Man seized the opportunity to neutralize the two terrorists. His spider-like agility allowed him to move with speed and precision, catching the first one off guard as he delivered a powerful stomp that echoed through the abandoned warehouse. The force of the blow was enough to incapacitate the man, leaving him sprawled on the floor, dazed and defeated.
Turning his attention to the second terrorist, Spider-Man faced a hail of bullets that were unleashed in a desperate attempt to fend him off. However, the hero's symbiote-infused suit provided him with enhanced protection, making the bullets nothing more than futile projectiles, harmlessly ricocheting off his formidable armor.
The look of horror on the second terrorist's face was unmistakable, realizing that his attempts to harm the masked vigilante were futile. Before he could react, Spider-Man closed the distance between them, his piercing gaze locking onto the trembling man.
With a mere touch to the forehead, Spider-Man's symbiote exuded a venomous energy that surged through the terrorist's body, causing him to slump forward, stunned, and incapacitated.
(Chisato) Coms "That's so cool, Karito! How do you do that?"
(Takina) Coms "I wished you would take this more seriously, you're always messing around."
(Spider-Man) Touches his earpiece "Of course, I'm messing around, these guys are weak. Why would I be serious?"
(Takina) Coms "Well, that is true. To us, you are just impossible to beat."
(Chisato) Coms "I got ignored..." Whines
(Spider-Man) "Chisato, I just know how too. Explaining it will be a hassle."
(Chisato) Coms "But Karito~..." Whines again
(Spider-Man) "-_-' "
(Takina) Sends him another location "Karito, go here and take care of it. We were requested to do so. I don't want to waste money unnecessarily by going to the field when we have a superhero who can help us without us having to waste anything."
(Spider-Man) "Ouch, you're lucky I love you."
(Takina) "I know."
(Chisato) Jealous "WHAT ABOUT ME?!" Whining intensifies
(Takina) "Just how much do you spoil her, Karito?"
(Spider-Man) "A little too much..."
(Chisato) ";-;"
Next mission request
Spider-Man gracefully swung through the city, his webbing shooting out and attaching to various structures with practiced precision. With a few fluid movements, he covered the distance to his destination, the momentum of each swing propelling him forward.
Arriving at the designated building, Spider-Man expertly adhered himself to the walls. From his vantage point, he peered through the windows, scanning the interior with his keen eyes.
Inside the building, his senses picked up the presence of two individuals, moving with an air of suspicion and menace. Unfazed by the darkness within, Spider-Man remained vigilant, his focus trained on the potential threat below.
(Spider-Man) "What's with bad guys and being number 2?"
With acrobatic grace, the hero executed a flawless backflip off the wall, launching himself into the building. His web shooters whirred to life, shooting out two lines that slingshot him forward with remarkable speed. As he soared through the air, he shattered the window, catching the two terrorists off guard.
Before they could even process the sudden intrusion, Spider-Man had already subdued them. With a quick and precise movement, he webbed them up, rendering them immobilized and hanging upside down from a nearby lamp post.
The criminals blinked in disbelief, their attempts at resistance thwarted in the blink of an eye. Struggling against the sturdy webbing, they found themselves helplessly suspended, unable to escape the clutches of the vigilant hero.
(Takina) Coms "How did you..."
(Chisato) Coms "All that just happened within an instant."
(Spider-Man) "I used my hyper sense, accelerated decoy, and lateral repulsion to move... incredibly fast."
(Chisato) Coms "I don't know what's that but it sounds badass!"
(Takina) Sighs and sends another location "Now go he-"
(Spider-Man) "Yup, I know the drill. I'll be there in a few seconds." Leaps and web swings toward the next destination
10 missions later...
(Spider-Man) "The fucking system has been a huge pain in my ass. All I'm getting is gold and more gold! FUCKING GIVE ME A SKILL! A DAMN SKILL!"
The hero's frustration grew as he grappled with the unfairness of the gaming system. It seemed that the smaller missions he undertook only rewarded him with meager amounts of money, hardly contributing to his experience points (EXP) or leveling up. To his dismay, it appeared that the more significant rewards were reserved for grander challenges, leaving him stuck in a loop of low-level tasks.
As he glanced at his in-game wealth, he couldn't help but feel a mixture of pride and annoyance. Over the course of a few months, he had amassed an astonishing 500 million in-game gold. However, while the surplus of money was impressive, it did little to aid his progression or unlock new abilities that he longed to acquire.
Complete 10 Mission in 1 day completed
Gold 10 Mil
EXP 1
Spider-Man flips a random table and disappears.
He lands on a random building and sits down at the edge, mentally calling his status window.
Player: Karito Josue Valdez
Level: 53
EXP: 36,120/58,000
HP:416,000/416,000
Prestige: 8
Hero: Spider-Man (Miles Morales)
STR: 431
END: 416
INT: 416
DEX: 422
VIT: 416
(Stat Points) SP: 0
Skills
Spider Physiology: Gained the proportionate abilities of a spider that had been genetically modified with the Oz formula.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Strength: Possesses superhuman strength, making him capable of lifting at least 110 tons easily. His physical strength also extends into his legs, enabling him to be able to jump to a height of several stories in a single bound.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Speed: Possesses the proportionate speed of a spider, therefore he can run and move at speeds that are beyond the physical limits of the finest human athlete.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Stamina: Players' advanced musculature produces fewer fatigue toxins during physical activity than an ordinary human. This allows him to exert himself physically for much longer periods before fatigue begins to impair him. Karito can physically exert himself for several hours in his best condition before the build-up of fatigue toxins in his blood begins to impair him.
(Level MAX)Superhuman Durability: Player's body is physically tougher and more resistant to some types of injury than the body of a normal human. His body is also more resistant to impact forces than most humans.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Agility: Agility, balance, flexibility, and bodily coordination are all enhanced to levels that are far beyond the natural physical limits of an Olympic-level gymnast.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Equilibrium: Possesses the ability to achieve a state of perfect equilibrium in any position imaginable. He can adjust his position by instinct, which enables him to balance himself on virtually any object, no matter how small or narrow.
(Level MAX) Superhuman Reflexes: Reflexes are enhanced and are currently about 110 times greater than those of an ordinary human. In combination with his spider sense, the speed of his reflexes allows him to dodge almost any attack.
(Level MAX) Accelerated Vision: Karito's visual acuity is considerably beyond that of a normal human. He can see objects at much greater distances, with perfect clarity, relative to an ordinary human. He also possesses this same level of clarity at night, enabling him to see in near-complete darkness. It is possible that he is able to see into the infrared end of the electromagnetic spectrum, enabling him to see a person's body heat. The flicker-fusion horizon (the speed at which some objects appear as a blur) in his eyes is superior to other people. What appears as a blur to most people, he can see perfectly. It also acts as a type of early warning, not the degree of a spider sense but he is able to see attacks coming from far away. His vision also gives him the ability to see energy waves.
Wall-Crawling: Can cling to any surface using just his fingertips and feet.
(Level MAX) Spider-Sense: When danger is present, The Player feels a buzzing sensation in his head as a sort of early warning system, allowing him to react accordingly. His spider sense offers him near-complete awareness of his surroundings, and in conjunction with his reflexes, allows him to instinctively dodge or counter nearly all attacks. His spider sense seems to be greatly enhanced compared to that of the original Spider-Man. For example, being able to see visions of the future before it even happens.
(Level 30) Hyper-Sense: Users can move at extreme speed when danger is being perceived. This power also allows someone to evade the danger in question.
(Level MAX) Venom Blasts: Can generate and manipulate a form of bio-electricity that his body produces, and can utilize the energy for multiple purposes. These energy projections vary in power and can affect the nervous system in humans and destroy technology. Depending on the intensity of the Venom Blast, some opponents can be simply dazed, while others can be completely incapacitated. It's also more effective on people with genetic alterations.
(Level MAX) Mega Venom Blast: Able to emit a larger scale burst of bio-electricity from his entire body. It is powerful enough to repel a large group of opponents and destroy thick ropes and chains. This ability will leave Karito exhausted after using it and can be triggered by extreme stress.
(Level MAX) Venom Beam: Player can channel his bio-electricity outward as a direct burst of electrostatic energy to knock away enemies in a stunning/concussive manner.
(Level MAX) Venom Punch: Player can enhance the power of his punches by infusing his fists with bio-electricity.
(Level MAX) Energy-Thread Generation: Player can produce threads of bio-electricity from his hands. Said spinnerets carry the same tensile prehensility of his web fluid, allowing him to swing from place to place or yank and flail around his opponents. He can also send a debilitating electric shock which disrupts their nervous systems as his Venom Blasts do.
(Level MAX)Lateral Repulsion: By projecting a controlled Venom Blast, The Player can launch himself in the air with greater force than when jumping or web-swinging.
Spider-Camouflage: The Player, including his clothing, can blend into his surroundings, allowing him to sneak up on his enemies or, in some cases, flee from them. The effect closely resembles that of invisibility.
Accelerated Decoy: This allows The Player to move so fast that he can leave behind a body double for enemies to attack.
Telepathy: The Player can communicate with others on a telepathic level.
Detoxification: If Karito is poisoned, this buff automatically purges the said poison from his body.
Psychic Alignment with Arthropods: The player, has an unknown method of creating a psychic alignment with his environment; specifically, a more empathetic and sympathetic relationship with spiders, and insects.
(Level MAX) Retractable Stingers: From both of his wrists, Karito is able to produce a pronounced stinger about the length of a standard sword. It is very sharp and durable, able to cleanly and effortlessly slice through solid metal.
(Level MAX) Mark Of Kaine: Karito can channel energy endothermically through his hands and leave a severe burn mark on a person by making skin-to-skin contact with them.
(Level MAX) Regenerative Healing Factor: Can regenerate his injuries much faster than normal humans can.
(Level MAX) Karate: (Japanese: "empty hand") unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs. Emphasis is on concentrating as much of the body's power as possible at the point and instant of impact. There are four main styles of karate in Japan: Shotokan, Goju-Ryu, Shito-Ryu, and Wado-Ryu.
(Level MAX) Way Of The Spider: The Way of the Spider is a martial arts style developed by Spider-Man and Shang-Chi as a way for Spider-Man to compensate for the loss of his Spider-Sense. Peter Parker (Original Spider-Man) combined his bullying experiences, his superhuman capabilities, concepts from Fighting Form, and his training from Shang-Chi to create it. He also increased his skill with it using his now-returned Spider-Sense. He also combined his mastery of acrobatics into the Way of the Spider. He uses this fighting style to counter all types of combatants and it complements his.
(LevelMAX) Boxing: Early years. Boxing first appeared as a formal Olympic event in the 23rd Olympiad (688 BCE), but fist-fighting contests must certainly have had their origin in mankind's prehistory. The earliest visual evidence for boxing appears in Sumerian relief carvings from the 3rd millennium BCE. The player learned this martial art thanks to Captain America.
(Level MAX) Judo: Judo is a martial art that was born in Japan, and it is now known around the world as an Olympic sport. Judo was created in 1882 by combining jujutsu, a form of close combat, with elements of mental discipline. Judo is to strengthen the body by practicing attack and defense, to complete the personality by training the mind, and finally to devote oneself to society. The player learned this martial art thanks to Captain America.
(LevelMAX) Muay Thai: As a combat art originating in military warfare, Muay Thai was designed to inflict pain on the enemy while protecting the user from physical harm. Its range of weapons like the elbow strike, knee strike, and push kick can be used to disarm an attack. The player learned this martial art thanks to Captain America.
(LevelMAX) Wing Chun: The martial art style that came to be known as Wing Chun originated in a period of civil war that marked the transition between the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The rebellious martial arts monks of Shaolin were hunted down and killed and the temples burned to the ground. The purpose of Wing Chun is to defend yourself like many other martial arts, but what sets wing Chun apart is our focus. The player learned this martial art thanks to Captain America.
(Level MAX) Hacker: This skill enables The Player to hack any kind of technology. The higher skill the more things The Player can hack.
(Level MAX) Cooking: The skill to be able to cook the finest of meals, The Player will develop a more refined taste buds because of this skill. The higher the skill the better you will cook and be able to put buffs in your meals.
(Level MAX) Cleaning: This skill will allow The Player to leave all surfaces and materials clean. The higher the skill the more efficient you will clean to the point where you will be able to add buffs to the surfaces or materials you cleaned.
Berserk Mode: A condition in which the player, due to any psychological or physical effects, falls into an uncontrollable rage. Intelligence is often reduced to the level of animal instincts, and the Player in this condition begins by attacking indiscriminately, with increased aggression. However, the Player might pose a threat both to enemies and allies. Often accompanied by a sharp increase in attacking capacity at the expense of defense.
Damage Empowerment: The user becomes stronger, faster, more durable, etc. as they receive damage from their opponents, environment, or by themselves. They may be empowered by physical damage, mental damage, or soul damage. Lethal damage can give a (near) maximum boost on the attacks of the user of this ability. (Activates after a battle)
Combat Adaptation: The Players fighting style, tactics, and abilities automatically adapt to be equal or superior to the opponent's style of fighting, whether armed or unarmed, making an opponent's attack useless after a prolonged battle.
All-Tongue: Allows the player to speak all languages. In other words, anything the player hears is automatically translated for them to understand and anything the Player says can be understood by a group as if it were speaking in their own language.
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(Spider-Man) "Almost all of my skills are at maximum. And then there are some who don't need a level. This is stressing me out." Sigh "Is the only way to gain skills by conditions and killing darks? Because the berserk mode appeared due to conditions meet when I was consumed by blind rage while most of my skills are from times I killed a dark." Thinks "It's like the system gives me extra rewards if I do what I'm supposed to do which is getting rid of darks, everything else is just... not as important."
The hero makes a mental note of this.
(Spider-Man) "Extra rewards if I kill darks and plot-relevant storylines like Ininfity war level or something. This is quite annoying."
Spider-Man stands up from the edge of the building and looks down.
(Spider-Man) Taps his earpiece "Hey Takina, is there anything else to do, or are we done for the day?"
(Takina) Coms "We should be good for the day. Good job, Karito."
(Spider-Man) "Sure, I'll be back in a bit."
The hero sighs as he leaps, free-falling, and web swings across the city.
(Spider-Man) "I wonder how long I have to wait for these fuckers to finally make their move. They've been awfully quiet and that's very concerning."
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In the bustling café, Kurumi was lounging around, enjoying a moment of relaxation. Meanwhile, Takina diligently worked to organize the plates, her sense of order and efficiency evident in her actions. Karito, on the other hand, appeared to be in no mood for productivity, lazily occupying himself in the kitchen.
Just as Karito was about to settle into his leisurely state, Takina's voice cut through the tranquility. She excitedly announced that she had come up with a new recipe, a revelation that confused Karito.
(Takina) "Karito, um, I come up with a new parfait."
(Karito) "...Why?"
(Takina) "Why what?"
(Karito) "I appreciate the fact that you want to help me but I can handle the kitchen and its new add-ons by myself."
(Takina) Sad "Oh..."
(Karito) "..."
(Takina) Puppy face
(Karito) "You're lucky you're cute. Show me what you had in mind."
(Takina) "Yay~."
A few minutes later...
(Takina) "Now that it's getting colder, I made a parfait with lots of tasty hot chocolate." Happy
(Mizuki) In shock
(Karito) Has a mental breakdown
(Chisato) "Good mor... What is that?"
(Takina) "This is a new menu item I came up with. What do you think?"
(Chisato) "Is this cra-"
Mizuki was about to shush Chisato but unfortunately for them, Karito couldn't contain himself.
(Karito) "That isn't crap, that's a fucking massive load of shit."
Everyone looks at Karito in shock and Takina randomly turns into a statue that's slowly cracking.
(Karito) "This looks like the load I take after eating Taco Bell."
Takina breaks even more.
(Karito) "This looks like fricking shit emoji! How did you even do that?!"
Tears fall from Takina's eyes.
(Karito) "TAKINA! WE SELL FOOD! NOT SHIT THAT LOOKS LIKE FOOD!"
Takina starts to cry. Karito suddenly pulls out two sandwiches and places them on Takina's cheek.
(Karito) "Takina, what are you?!"
(Takina) Crying "I... I..."
(Karito) "WHAT ARE YOU?!"
(Takina) "An idiot sandwich..."
(Karito) "AN IDIOT WHAT?!"
(Takina) "An idiot sandwich, Waitress Takina..."
(Karito) "Now get the fuck out of my kitchen."
Takina runs away with tears in her eyes and locks herself in the bathroom.
(Chisato) "You know... you di-"
(Karito) "Not a word from you! THIS IS A HIGH-CLASS KITCHEN AND I WON'T AFFORD MY FOOD TO LOOK LIKE A DECOMPOSED BURRITO!"
(Mizuki) "Oh God, he turned into Gordon Ramsay..."
(Karito) "FUCK OFF YOU LOT! THERE ARE CLIENTS WAITING FOR FOOD!"
After they ran away because they got scared of Karito. He stood there staring at Takina's parfait for a second.
(Karito) Grunts "Fuck it..."
In his usual flair for culinary creativity, Karito took the original parfait recipe and transformed it into a delectable masterpiece. Armed with better flavors and top-notch ingredients, he managed to elevate the dessert to new heights, surpassing any other sweet treat on the planet. The presentation, though improved, still retained a touch of his signature style, a quirky charm that made it uniquely his.
As the day drew to a close, Karito decided to showcase his culinary triumph on the café's website. With a hint of playful mischief, he labeled it as a "Meme," adding an element of lightheartedness to his creation. Little did he know that his cheeky approach would garner an overwhelmingly positive response.
(Karito) Sigh "That should do it." Walks towards the bathroom and knocks on it "Hey Takina?"
(Takina) Sniff "What do you want, you asshole..."
(Karito) "I just wanted to say that I'm sorry for what I said. I actually came up with a pretty good idea for it and I got a positive review for the parfait. Everyone loved it."
(Takina) She opens the bathroom door and looks at Karito "R-Really?"
(Karito) "Yeah, look." Shows her the image "I decided to call it the Emoji Choco as a meme."
(Takina) Looks "Well... I guess it's okay. Even though my dessert became a meme..."
(Karito) "But people want to taste it. And because I'm me, they'll love it. Thanks for the inspiration, Takina."
(Takina) Smiles a little "I know..."
(Karito) Pets her "I'll make it up to you, don't worry."
(Takina) "You better, meanie." Pouts
(Karito) Gently pinches her cheek "Yeah, yeah."
The next day at Café LycoReco, a bustling crowd of people gathered, all eager to experience the highly anticipated new parfait. The word had spread like wildfire, and every table was abuzz with excitement and anticipation. Each customer, their eyes filled with curiosity and delight, requested the famous "Emoji Choco" parfait.
Inside the kitchen, Karito was in his element, moving with remarkable speed and precision. With the efficiency of a seasoned chef, he whipped up one parfait after another, each a masterpiece of flavor and presentation. Takina and Chisato played their part, delivering the delightful creations to the awaiting patrons.
As the first spoonfuls of the Emoji Choco met the lips of the eager customers, a symphony of joy erupted throughout the café. Delightful exclamations and cries of happiness filled the air, creating an atmosphere of pure bliss. It was as if the parfait had a magical effect, instantly transporting those who tasted it to a realm of sheer ecstasy.
(Client 1) Crying with joy "I never thought I'll love eating shit."
(Client 2) Ascending to Godhood "This is the best shit I've ever had..."
(Client 3) Reaches Nirvana "How can shit taste so good?!"
Karito kept looking at all the clients with disgusted expressions because of the comments. He doesn't know if he should laugh or just continue to ignore the fact that everyone is saying "That they love shit", which in his head can be taken so out of context.
(Chisato) Trying her best not to laugh "C-Can we have t-three more shits... pfff.... please!" Almost lost it
(Karito) "...I don't even know how to feel about it..." Places a plate down "This is for table two..."
(Chisato) About to lose it "Pfff... Alright... I'm taking this... shit... PFFFF AHAHA!!" Lost it
(Karito) Facepalms "Can someone call Kurumi over here so she can be useful with something that isn't hacking?"
Chisato quickly does as Karito told and called Kurumi to help in the café as a waitress.
(Karito) Finishes 3 more orders "This is for table three!"
(Kurumi) Appears out of nowhere "I'll take this."
(Karito) "Thanks, chipmunk."
(Kurumi) "Hmph."
Kurumi takes the parfait and she shyly walks towards the clients, but she was complemented by how cute she looks and asked a lot of questions about her but she decided to keep it a secret.
(Karito) "This is what I get for being nice to Takina. Everyone wants to eat shit today." Sees Kurumi walking towards him with a smug expression "The fucks wrong with you?"
(Kurumi) Smirking "I want headpats."
(Karito) O~okay?" Does so
(Kurumi) Happy Kurumi noises
(Karito) Thoughts "...Fuck she's adorable..."
A few minutes passed and the clients leave the café so that the ones who were waiting outside can enter.
(Takina) "Next up in line, thank you for waiting. Please come this way!"
(Chisato) Opens the door and lets a few people in "Welcome!~"
Kurumi, Mizuki, Chisato, and Takina were taking care of delivering the parfaits while Karito was absolutely going godspeed in the kitchen. Mika was taking care of the checks but suddenly the café's phone started ringing.
(Mika) "Mizuki, can you take over here?"
(Mizuki) Stressed Mizuki noises
(Mika) Picks up the phone "Hello, café LycoReco... Please hold on a moment. Chisato!"
(Chisato) "Huh?"
(Mika) "It's Dr. Yamahishi." Passes the phone
(Chisato) Grabs the phone "Yes, hello?"
( Dr. Yamahishi) On the phone "Come on. You're physical. We promised to do it today, right?!"
(Chisato) "I'm sorry. We did, but actually... the café is too busy. Because of Karito, we're trending." Sees that Mizuki had tripped and made a bunch of parfaits land on the floor
(Karito) "MIZUKI!!! WHAT THE FUCK?!"
(Mizuki) "I'M SORRY!!!" Crying
(Chisato) On the phone "Yes. Thank you."
The phone call ends and the Doctor sighs as she looks in front of her, looking at a nurse... a brand new nurse.
(Dr. Yamahishi) "She said she's not coming today, either."
(Himegama) "Understood."
(Dr. Yamahishi) "She's such a strange new hire."
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Upon receiving a request for assistance in a language class, the trio willingly obliged and made their way to the school. As they entered the classroom, all eyes turned towards them, and the curious students eagerly awaited their presence, knowing they would be used as examples for the lesson.
(Teacher) In English "Excercise one!
(Takina) Japanese "Kitty."
(Chisato) Enthusiastic "Kitteh!" Demonstrates by acting like a cat
(Karito) What the fuck stare
(Chisato) "Meow!"
(Karito) Thoughts "I feel like something... sus is about to happen..."
(All Students) "Kitteh!"
(Karito) "Dog."
(Chisato) "Doge! Woof, woof!"
(Karito) Thoughts "..."
(All Students) "Doge! Doggo!"
(Takina) "Handstand!"
(Karito) Eyes widen "Huh?"
(Chisato) "Huh?" Does it anyways "H-Hand..."
As Chisato attempted the handstand in her Lycoris uniform, an embarrassing moment unfolded. The uniform resembled a school outfit, and when she went into the handstand position, her skirt slid down, nearly revealing more than intended. Quick to react, she used her other hand to cover herself, avoiding any major exposure but still leaving her thighs on full display. Karito, trying to maintain composure, couldn't help but have a humorous thought, repeating the phrase "Thick thighs save lives" in his mind.
(All Students) "H-Handstand"
(Karito) Take a mental picture of what just happened "..."
(Takina) "Dog!"
(All Students) "Doggo!"
(Takina) "No! Dog!"
(All Students) "Dog!"
Chisato recomposes herself and does a rear naked choke at Takina while a huge blush appears on her face because Karito saw almost everything.
(Chisato) Blushing "REAR NAKED CHOKE!"
(All Students) "Rear naked Choke!"
(Karito) Thoughts "...Fuck that was hot..."
(Takina) Struggling "Do not grow up into an adult like this!"
(Student) "Nice choke!"
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Some time had passed, and the trio found themselves immersed in the delightful Halloween celebrations at the preschool. The school had undergone a magical transformation, adorned with enchanting decorations, and all the children, along with the trio, were dressed in their spookiest witch and wizard costumes.
Takina, embracing the festive spirit, donned a stylish coat, a witch hat playfully adorned with cat ears, and even a cat tail. She radiated a playful charm that enchanted the children, who couldn't help but giggle at her whimsical appearance.
Karito, true to his easy-going nature, chose a simple yet classic costume as Slenderman. However, his unintentional aura of mystery and intensity made some of the kids find him a bit intimidating, which only added to the Halloween excitement.
Chisato looked absolutely adorable in her Halloween dress, cleverly designed with the colors of black and orange, resembling a friendly pumpkin. To complete her charming look, she wore small bat wings on her back and tiny horns on her head, all adding to the magical allure of her costume.
(Takina) "Actually, today we have..."
(Chisato) "Trick-or-treat!"
(Takina) Shows a stack of papers "There's enough here. Let's split up the workload."
(Chisato) Whines "Why not make Karito do it~? He's a lot faster than us."
(Takina) "He ditched us."
(Chisato) "He what?
(Takina) "Superhero duties."
(Chisato) Whining intensifies
A few minutes later Chisato was delivering bags.
Then she delivered a package to a family...
Later she went to catch a raccoon...
(Chisato) "Why do I... Always... gotta get... outfoot jobs when Karito's not around?! "
She quickly saves a child from a kidnapper.
Took care of 3 thugs who attempted to assault a man.
Helped a man in a shooting range and became his teacher temporarily.
After many odd jobs, she was paid for them all, making everything she did worth it in the end.
(Chisato) Looks at a bag of money "Woah!"
Takina gracefully assumed the role of caretaker for the children, showering them with candies as they playfully requested "trick or treat." Her warm-hearted nature shone through as she sweetly obliged each little one with an adorable smile. With each candy-filled interaction, the children's faces lit up with delight, and their laughter echoed through the festive atmosphere.
(Takina) "Happy Halloween." Gives out candy
(Little boy) "Yay~!" Takes it
(Takina) "Good kid." Grabs another small bag "Happy Halloween."
(Little girl) "Hurray!" Takes it
(Takina) "Happy Ha-" Sees Karito right in front of her "..."
(Karito) "Happy Halloween~! I'm a good boy, right~?"
(Takina) "No!" Tries to keep the bag away from Karito
(Karito) "Come on~! I want a present from the adorable Neko witch Takina!"
(Takina) "Don't tease me! What are you, a child?!"
(Karito) Takes the bag "Yoink. Mine now, ahahahaha!" Disappears
(Takina) Pouts "Meanie."
The kids then got a little loud because they saw Chisato carrying a huge bag full of money.
(Little boy) "Wow, such a huge bag!"
(Little girl) "Big Sis Chisato, can we take this one, too?"
(Karito) Appears out of nowhere "The hell? Did you steal a bank or something?"
(Takina) Throws a whole bag of candy toward Karito "DON'T CURSE INFRONT OF CHILDREN!"
(Karito) Catches it "Damn, okay mom."
(Chisato) "Sure go ahead, kids! Take it!"
All the kids cheered and turned towards the bag full of money but... it wasn't there.
(Little boy) "Where's the bag?"
(Little girl) "It disappeared?!"
(Karito) Whistling innocently
(Chisato) "Such a bore~."
(Karito) Winks
(Chisato) Blushes
(Takina) Sighs
After the initial chaos, the atmosphere in the café had settled down as Karito reassured everyone that their financial worries were no longer a concern. He emphasized the importance of continuing their hard work while also ensuring they enjoy the process.
Mika's impromptu purchase of an old music player took an unexpected turn when Karito playfully teased him, calling him a "boomer" for his taste in music. This light-hearted banter became an ongoing inside joke that amused and annoyed Mika in equal measure, creating a playful camaraderie between the two friends.
Meanwhile, Mizuki's decision to invest in a dishwashing machine brought her convenience and joy initially. However, Karito's playful teasing about "wife material" struck a sensitive chord with her, leading to some lighthearted back-and-forth teasing between them. Despite the initial regret, Mizuki eventually found amusement in the friendly teasing.
The trio of Takina, Chisato, and Mizuki opted for a state-of-the-art AI waitress robot to streamline their service. The robotic assistant whizzed around the café, serving drinks with precision. However, Karito's unexpected PTSD triggered a hilarious incident when he kicked the robot, sending it to oblivion. Although the initial reaction was surprise and annoyance, they eventually forgave Karito, and the incident became a humorous tale to recount.
Gathered around the LycoReco's market chart, Chisato, Mika, and Mizuki couldn't help but smile at the overwhelmingly positive numbers. The café's success was evident, and they felt a sense of pride and accomplishment. Their hard work and dedication had paid off, and the café was thriving.
(Mizuki) "Um, Karito I know you said not to ask you but... What did you do for us to have THIS much money?"
(Karito) "I stole from the rich and gave it to the poor."
(Mika) "What are you? Robin Hood?"
(Chisato) "Come on, Karito~. Tell us what you actually did, hehe." Giggles
(Karito) "Ain't telling~." Even though he just did...
(Chisato) "Now I'm just curious."
(Karito) "Damn, that's crazy..."
(Chisato) "You meanie."
(Mika) Sighs "It's pointless to ask him if he's not gonna say what he did."
(Mizuki) "And we can't force him either."
(Karito) "Don't even think about it. You'll be destroyed in seconds."
The others decided to let go of their initial concerns about Karito's methods, trusting that he had resolved the problem in his own unique way. While they hoped he hadn't done anything too questionable, they were willing to give him the benefit of the doubt for the sake of their common goal.
Karito rose from his seat and casually made his way to the closet, where he found Kurumi and Takina engrossed in front of the computer screen.
(Karito) "Are you guys seriously looking at stocks?"
(Takina) "Well, I heard you say something about stocks and I thought it'll be a good idea to invest."
(Karito) "The hell are you going to invest? Please don't say, NFT..."
(Takina) "No, we're just looking around for now."
(Karito) "Thank god."
As the group continued with their activities, Chisato's phone suddenly began ringing, emitting a horror-themed ringtone. She seemed uninterested in answering it, but Karito took the initiative and grabbed the phone, answering the call on her behalf.
(Karito) On the phone "Hello, Dr. Yamagoshi~. This is your favorite visitor, Karito. Lemme guess, you're calling about Chisato's scheduled physical, right?" He stays silent for a second and continues talking "She'll be heading over tomorrow."
(Chisato) Whines "Nooooooooooo!"
(Karito) On the phone "Be gentle with her, she's shy."
(Chisato) Blushes "NO! DON'T SAY IT LIKE THAT!"
(Karito) Hangs up and laughs hysterically "Well, I'm just making sure my favorite girl is in peak condition, you know?" Smirks
(Chisato) Blushes a bit more "S-Stop..."
(Karito) "Alright, alright." Snickers "You're going anyways, don't forget about it."
(Chisato) Whines "O~kay..."
(Karito) Pets her "Good girl."
(Chisato) Bites him
(Karito) Spanish "ME CAGO EN TO-"
A few minutes later
As Takina stood outside the café, she prepared to flip the sign to indicate that they were open for business. Just then, a familiar face approached her – a regular customer known for his distinctive style, wearing red pants and a jacket with a crisp white shirt.
(Mr. Goto) "Good morning, Takina-Chan."
(Takina) "Welcome, Mr. Goto."
(Mr. Goto) "Where's Chisato today?" Takina opens the café doors for him
(Karito) Appears out of the kitchen "She's gonna take a late shift. Looks like you're stuck with me, Grandpa." Smirks
(Mika) "Karito I told you to be respectful to elders."
(Karito) "I'm never gonna get used to that tradition."
(Mika) Sighs
Throughout the day, Karito kept busy in the kitchen, churning out more of the infamous poop parfaits for the eager customers. As the orders kept coming, poor Takina couldn't help but feel disheartened as she observed people making memes and jokes about the dessert. Her motivation dwindled with each passing moment, and she tried her best to hide her disappointment from the others.
(Takina) Approaches Karito "Karito... do we really need to keep making this parfait?"
(Karito) "Unfortunately, yes."
(Takina) Emotional damage "You really don't hold back..."
(Karito) "It's a habit sometimes, sorry. But you really shouldn't be worried about it, memes of the dessert are just a funny way of promotion."
(Takina) "Hmmm..."
Before Karito could comment, the café's phone started ringing and Takina went ahead and answer it.
(Takina) On the phone "Café LycorReco, how can we help you today?"
(Yamagishi) On the phone "This is Yamagishi."
(Takina) On the phone "Oh, Dr. Yamagishi. This is Takina."
(Yamagishi) On the phone "So, is Chisato at the café?"
(Takina) On the phone "No. She hasn't arrived over there yet?"
(Yamagishi) On the phone "She's not here. She won't answer her phone, either."
(Karito) "???"
(Takina) "I see. I'll look for her as well." Hangs up "Hey, Karito. Chisato is procrastinating again."
(Karito) "This girl... Let me call her" Does so
Location, Chisato's apartment
Chisato sat on her sofa, surrounded by a pile of movies waiting to be watched. Her phone started ringing, but she ignored it for the moment, captivated by something in front of her. It was none other than the reincarnated Majima, donning a formidable symbiote suit that bore a striking resemblance to Scorpion's when Marc Gargan had worn it. His new appearance was both eerie and captivating, holding Chisato's attention in a mix of fascination and trepidation.
(Dark Majima) "It's ringing."
(Chisato) Keeping her calm but is deeply terrified "Can I take the call?"
(Dark Majima) "Mhm."
(Chisato) Picks up the call and puts it on speaker
(Karito) On the phone "Chisato, where are you? You didn't go to your scheduled physical?"
(Chisato) "Sorry, I had something come up. Can you tell Dr. Yamagishi that I'll be a bit late?" Hangs up
After ending the call, Chisato couldn't help but notice the contorted and angry expression on Majima's face. It was evident that he knew exactly who had been on the other end of that call.
(Dark Majima) "GRRRrrr... Guardian..."
Location Café LycoReco
As Karito stared at his phone with an uneasy expression, Takina noticed his demeanor and decided to approach him.
(Takina) "Um... Karito? Is Chisato okay?"
(Karito) "... Take care of the kitchen for a bit. I have to beat up someone... and hopefully, he doesn't beat me up."
(Takina) "Is she in danger?! Let me he-"
(Karito) "No."
(Takina) "Please, Karito! Let me help!"
(Karito) "No."
(Takina) "I can be of u-"
(Karito) "Not with my enemies you won't. Stay here." Starts walking away
(Takina) "Karito please!" Holds his arm
(Karito) "Toxin, possess her, and don't let her leave the café along with everyone else."
(Toxin) "Roger."
The Toxin symbiote quickly enveloped Takina, and she looked on in fear, expecting something ominous. However, to her surprise, she felt no immediate change or harm. Confused, she attempted to approach Karito again, but an unknown force halted her in her tracks, preventing her from getting any closer. The situation left her even more puzzled and concerned about what was happening.
(Takina) "K-Karito, what is this? What did you do?!"
(Karito) "I'm saving you. Now leave this to me, I'll be right back." disappears
Takina looks at the spot Karito disappeared from with no hope of helping, she stayed in the café with her anxiety increasing by the second.
Location, Chisato's apartment
(Dark Majima) "Your health is important. Your body is your asset, right? At least for us... well used to anyways."
(Chisato) "What did you mean, "us"? Is "us" something you say to someone you're pointing a gun at? And what the hell happened to you?"
(Dark Majima) "Well firstly, they have to be alive for me to kill... not you just yet. And for your second one, I was taken to an alien planet in a different dimension in which Lord Venom and Lord Knull infected me with a powerful symbiote, and trust me the power boost from this is absolutely otherworldly."
(Chisato) "What nonsense are you saying? Dimensions? Venom? Knull?"
(Dark Majima) "You're seriously doubting me when your boyfriend is a Multiversal Guardian whose job is to wage war on the forces of darkness? And let's not forget that he's done it multiple times already."
(Chisato) "Wait... what are you talking about?"
(Dark Majima) "Wait... he hasn't told you? This is about to be hysterical."
(Chisato) "You know his secret?"
(Dark Majima) "Of course, we do. Who wouldn't know about one of the most wanted Heroe in fiction? HAHAHA!"
(Chisato) "Stop with the nonsense and tell me!"
(Dark Majima) "I am not messing with you. I'm speaking the truth. A man who's in the wrong omniverse. The man who almost shattered all of fiction but because he was lucky only altered a few decillion Multiverses. The man who has killed more than any other villain that exists in history or at least is in the top 10. Do you want me to keep going?"
(Chisato) Hyperventilating "N-No... you're lying! H-He's not a murderer!"
(Dark Majima) "Oh, darling~. You couldn't even comprehend what he really is~." Leans closer
(Chisato) "G-Get away you monster!" Shoots him but the bullets only jump off his skin "What?!"
(Dark Majima) "I wonder how your boyfriend will react if I hurt you, even a little bit. He's known to have a low fuse." Hears something "Speaking of the devil."
At the front door, Karito stood frozen, his face contorting into an expression of horror and rage. Before him, Majima loomed dangerously close to Chisato's face, a menacing presence that made Karito's blood boil. Seeing tears in Chisato's eyes only intensified his emotions, and in that moment, something inside him snapped.
Mission
Save Chisato from Venom (Majima)
Rewards
10 level ups
Extra Rewards
Skill
Requirements: Kill Venom (Majima)
(Spider-Man) Equips suit "YOU MOTHER FUCKER!!"
Spider-Man unleashed his lateral repulsion, propelling himself at blinding speeds and landing a powerful punch right on Majima's face, causing the wall behind the sofa to crack on impact. Undeterred, he continued to rain down Venom-infused punches on Majima, but to his surprise, one of his punches was caught by the villain. Majima's wicked smile grew wider as he looked back at the hero, reveling in the confrontation.
(Majima) "Our turn."
Majima's punch struck Spider-Man hard on the jaw, sending him hurtling out of the apartment and crashing onto the street below. As the new Venom peered through the hole in the wall, he located Spider-Man grunting on the ground. With a menacing leap, he aimed to crush the hero with his weight, but Spider-Man reacted swiftly, backflipping away just in time, causing Majima to wreak havoc on the ground instead.
Not one to back down, Spider-Man used his lateral repulsion to charge at Majima, tackling him through a nearby building, grinding his face on the ground, and sending him soaring into the air. Before the hero could web him up and slam him back to the ground, the cunning villain webbed Spider-Man's leg, pulling him closer in mid-air. With his fists clenched together, Majima delivered a powerful blow to Spider-Man's head, forcing him to crash into a gas factory.
(Spider-Man) "Ngh! Fuck, he just had to become the rip-off version of Mac Gargan when he had the Venom suit. Fuck he's nothing compared to like he was before."
(Dark Majima) Deactivates his camouflage skill "Peek-a-boo."
(Spider-Man) "Oh fuck I forgot you can do that too-" Gets punched
After Majima's punch sent Spider-Man crashing into a nearby container, the hero quickly regained his composure. Anticipating another attack aimed at his head, he deftly ducked, and with a well-timed kick to Majima's leg, he forced the villain to kneel. Taking advantage of the opening, Spider-Man delivered a swift knee to Majima's face, snapping his head back.
With adrenaline surging through his veins, Spider-Man channeled his electricity into a daring move.
(Spider-Man) "Let's see who's more durable."
(Majima) "NO!"
As the intense battle raged on, Spider-Man noticed a gas container nearby. Thinking quickly, he saw an opportunity to gain the upper hand. With a powerful punch, he struck the gas container, causing a chain reaction that led to a massive explosion, engulfing the building in flames. The force of the blast sent shockwaves rippling through the area, creating chaos all around.
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Karito Pov
Okay, first things first. Fucking OW! I was being stupid as hell there. Good thing that I now quite have the durability to survive it with minimal injuries. It didn't hurt as much as usual... that's kind of concerning. Good thing I scanned the building with the help of Kara before making it explode. Fricking hell. I'm gonna get out of here before the police start being a pain in my ass. But before that, I need to check if Majima's dead for good.
I used my venom blast to destroy the debris for a better view. After a few minutes of searching, I confirmed that Majima had escaped because my system started reading me the rewards but didn't give me the extra skill.
Tch, lucky bastard was able to escape. What worries me is that if I face him next time I'm pretty sure he's going to come back a lot stronger than before and that's going to be a huge hassle.
(Spider-Man) "Kara put all my status points into dexterity. All 39 that I just got."
"Yes, player."
Good, that should rise my speed to around 461. I need to continue preparations for when the day of War comes against the symbiotes. Good thing that it's Web Of Shadows and not King In Black.
I should start heading back to the Café before the others start to worry about me.
I extended my arm and shoot a web line toward the nearest building and sling-shot myself into the air, heading towards LycoReco.
A few minutes later...
Okay... I might've gone for some food but whatever. I'm here now and I can totally sew some heat signatures from the girls and Mika on the kitchen counter.
I sigh to myself and prepare myself for whatever is going to happen.
I opened the Café's door and all eyes were on me. The first one to run and tackle hug me was Chisato.
(Chisato) "Oh my God, Karito you're fine!" Buried her face in his chest
(Karito) Pets her "Of course, who do you think you're talking to?"
(Takina) Walks towards him and looks down
(Karito) "You okay?"
(Takina) "I'm sorry for earlier... I thought I could help but I remembered the gap in power between us. I don't know what came over me..."
(Karito) "You were just worried. I can understand, just don't forget that I'm your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man." Smiles
(Takina) "Yeah." Giggles
(Mizuki) "Karito, who did you fight that you had to cause so much destruction?"
(Karito) "You think that's a lot of destruction? Damn you should've seen my past battles, you would've passed out."
(Mizuki) "Well, who was it?"
(Karito) "It was Majima, he was revived by an alternate version of the Venom symbiote, and trust me he's quite annoying now. He's going to continue being worse and worse as time goes on."
(Chisato) "He seemed to hate you very much, Karito."
(Karito) "Hate me? That ain't anything new."
(Chisato) "He also said some... concerning things about you..."
Everyone looked at Chisato as I now took a serious face.
(Karito) "If you're gonna let him mess with your head and make you have a different perspective about me, even after everything we've been through then I will just walk out of here."
(Chisato) Worried "Wait, no! Karito I just... Don't know..."
(Karito) "Do you believe a man who tries to scare you by turning you against me or will you believe someone who's been with you for almost a year?"
(Chisato) "...Yeah... your right..."
(Karito) Thoughts "Okay, that should be fine for now." Speaks "Did he mention anything about being part of the Allan Institute?"
(Chisato) "He seemed to recognize my necklace but he just rant about you."
(Mizuki) "Wait, how do you know he's like Chisato?"
(Karito) "Because he has a talent for killing? Duh."
(Mizuki) "Wait, they also take in criminals?!"
(Karito) "It's cringe how much ya'll don't know what the Allan Institute really is."
(Chisato) "What do you mean by that?"
(Karito) "You will all see after a while."
(Kurumi) "Mika, you didn't hear anything from your lover?" Gets Karate chopped in the neck by Mizuki
(Mizuki) Acting innocent "Oh no, little Kurumi! Are you sleepy?"
(Karito) "Damn did you just kill her?"
(Chisato) "I swear I heard a crack."
(Karito) "Chisato."
(Chisato) "Karito, there's no way Mr. Yoshi would help someone like that."
(Karito) "It's painful to hear how much you believe a killer."
(Chisato) "He's not a killer, Karito!"
(Karito) "Mhm sure, he isn't. He totally didn't see the huge potential of you being an absolute murderer but because you misunderstood his intention he's pissed off at the world for his masterpiece not doing what they're supposed to do."
(Chisato) "Karito! I won't tolerate you disrespecting him! He's not like that! Right, Teach?"
(Mika) "..." Spaced out
(Chisato) "Teacher...?"
(Mika) Snaps out of it "Huh? Oh, right."
(Chisato) "..."
(Takina) Suddenly smacks the table"Chisato!"
(Chisato) Surprised "Woah, yes?"
(Takina) Serious "Please answer calls from me and Karito within three rings. If you don't, we'll know that you're in danger, and do a one-ring call to tell you that either I or Karito are heading over."
(Karito) "That... is a pretty good idea actually."
(Chisato) "Huh? Okay?"
(Takina) "If you don't like that, then pick up the phone!"
(Chisato) "So both of you will come for me no matter where I am!"
(Karito) "Yup, and you'll have to relocate to another safe house because... you know, I kinda busted the one you were staying in."
(Chisato) Whines "And that one was my favorite..."
(Takina) "I will go visit you again."
(Chisato) "Really?! You'll live with me?! And make meals for me again?!"
(Karito) "It's always the food, huh?"
(Chisato) "You know it."
(Takina) "Come on, let's get to work!"
A few minutes later...
No pov
Karito stepped outside the café and spotted Chisato sitting on a bench, seemingly preoccupied with something. As he approached her, he noticed she was wiping a gun with a cloth, a troubled look on her face. Concerned, he decided to speak up, breaking the silence that surrounded them.
(Karito) "That's not a gun from DA, is it?" Walks beside Chisato but remains stood up
(Chisato) "Yeah. I got it together with this." Shows her owl necklace
(Karito) Sits down beside her "From Mr. Yoshimatsu?"
(Chisato) "That's right. It's precious."
(Karito) Gently bites his lip out of frustration but hides it from Chisato
After a few seconds of silence, Mizuki was heard from inside the café screaming at Kurumi.
(Mizuki) Inside the café "Hey, you! That's enough. Go back to the closet and go to bed!"
(Karito) "Aren't you getting cold?"
(Chisato) "Yeah. Cherry blossoms were in bloom when Takina came here." Stays silent for a few seconds and continues speaking "Since that day... Mr. Yoshi hasn't dropped by..."
Karito, feeling a strong urge to comfort Chisato, gently wrapped his arm around her shoulders. He activated Kaine's touch skill, but set it to a non-lethal level, ensuring that his hands emitted only a comforting warmth. As he did so, he noticed Chisato unconsciously leaning closer to him, seeking solace in his presence.
(Karito) "Hey, I got two things that I want to give you." Shows a bag of candy
(Chisato) Shift her head a little to see due to her resting on his shoulder "Oh, is this from the preschool?"
(Karito) "Knowing you, I thought that you would want one so I secretly snatched it from Takina and she didn't even notice."
(Chisato) Giggles "You bother Takina so much." Looks inside the bag and pulls out a keychain of a pug "Oh, this is great! So cute!" Snuggles more towards Karito "Thank you, Karito."
(Karito) Plays with her hair "You're welcome... I just want you to be safe and happy."
(Chisato) "I am. You do so much for us that I can't thank you enough." Sticks the pug keychain to her bag "Karito." Shows him "Thanks."
(Karito) Smiles "Also, before I forget. Takina wants you to go to your physical."
(Chisato) "Hmm... You could've at least kept the mood going, you know?" Teases
(Karito) "I'm forgetful most of the time. I had to tell you or I'll forget by the next few minutes." Tilts his head "Though, what is it that you don't like about the physical?"
(Chisato) Looks away in shyness "N-Needles..."
(Karito) Burst out laughing "You're afraid of needles? God what bad luck that one of my abilities is two needles protruding out of my forearms."
(Chisato) "I know~. I remember you using them when you fought that symbiote army and they looked so scary!"
(Karito) "Yeah, I can't control how they look but they do get the job done when it's about slicing."
(Chisato) "Stop~. It sounds so scary!"
(Karito) Laughs out loud "PFFF! The strongest Lycoris is afraid of some needles? That's hilarious and adorable."
(Chisato) "Stop teasing me~." Pouts "I will get you for it!"
(Karito) "Oh yeah? And what will you do?" Smirks
(Chisato) Looks at him while blushing
(Karito) Snorts and looks away "Thought so~."
(Chisato) "Why you..."
Chisato, feeling mischievous and wanting to playfully tease Karito back, swiftly turned her head towards him and planted a quick kiss on his cheek. The unexpected gesture left Karito momentarily stunned, his brain momentarily pausing to process what had just happened. Seizing the opportunity, Chisato got up from the bench and hastily made her way back to her new home, leaving Karito still trying to make sense of the sudden turn of events.
(Chisato) Mumbles "I'm just head over heels for him at this point..."
As Chisato vanished from sight, Karito finally snapped out of his daze, his fingers gently grazing the spot on his cheek where she had kissed him. A faint blush tinged his cheeks as he mumbled to himself, trying to process the unexpected and sweet gesture that had just taken place.
(Karito) Mumbles "Damn, she got me good this time. But I'll beat her next time. It's gonna be so dramatic that she'll be in total shock." Snickers "Hehehe. That's right... wait, does this make us almost official then? Meh, I'll just go with the flow." Remembers something he forgot "...Fuck, I forgot to give her the passport. She talked about how she'll love to travel before... Meh, I'll give it to her later.
Karito rose from the bench, his mind still somewhat lost in the aftermath of the unexpected kiss. He then harnessed the power of lateral repulsion, propelling himself into the air with incredible force. Expertly shooting webs from his wrists, he swung gracefully through the city, swiftly making his way back to his own home.
Next day
Chisato kept her promise and reluctantly visited the doctor for her check-up. Inside the clinic, she tried her best to hurry things along, eager to avoid any prolonged discomfort, especially when it came to needles, which she dreaded. The whole experience made her feel uneasy, and she couldn't wait to be done with it.
(Chisato) Scared and looking away "Hurry up and get it over with." Stretches her arm out "Are you done yet? Done yet? Not yet? And now? How about now?" Closing her eyes
(Himegawa) "That's it."
(Chisato) Sighs profusely "I got over the biggest obstacle!"
(Himegawa) "Are you this scared every time?"
(Chisato) "There's the pain, but that feeling of something stabbing me... Dr. Yamagishi says it's nothing more than vitamins, but..."
(Himegawa) "Today's was different, though."
(Chisato) "Huh?"
As Chisato tilted her head in confusion, suddenly an intense ringing sensation overwhelmed her head, making it feel as though a drill was boring into her skull. This unexpected occurrence caused her vision to blur, leaving her disoriented and struggling with intense dizziness.
(Chisato) "Scum... bag..." Starts to lose balance "What happened to Dr. Yamagishi" Faints
Before Chisato could fall to the floor, Himegawa had caught her.
(Himegawa) "I was supposed to handle you carefully."
Meanwhile In LycoReco
Amidst the bustling atmosphere of the café, another busy day unfolded, leaving almost everyone feeling tired and drained. However, Karito seemed to possess an endless well of stamina. As Mizuki made her way past Karito and approached the kitchen counter, she inquired about Chisato's whereabouts.
(Mizuki) "Chisato's not here yet? Isn't she late?"
(Takina) "You're right."
(Karito) "Call her..."
(Takina) "Karito? Why do you look so... emotionless?"
(Karito) "Stayed up playing video games again." Lies
(Takina) "I told you to be more responsible."
(Karito) "I'll be fine Takina, don't worry." Straight face
(Takina) "You're... acting really weird..."
Karito just chose to continue cooking. Just staring at the pan as he flipped a pancake...
(Karito) "..."
He knows...
(Karito) "Fucking Future sight..."
Back With Chisato
In a dimly lit room, Chisato lay unconscious on a table, her chest glowing softly from the presence of her artificial heart. Himegawa turned on spotlights to focus on this peculiar sight. With a black box in hand, she delicately extracted cables with sharp ends, carefully positioning them around the glowing area of Chisato's chest.
Just as Himegawa was about to proceed with her mysterious plan, Chisato's phone started ringing. Takina was the caller, but Himegawa opted to ignore the call, unaware that this action triggered Takina's concern. Takina had made a promise to Chisato and Karito, vowing to take prompt action if she missed a phone call within a specific number of rings.
Café LycoReco
Takina hurriedly rushed towards Karito to inform him about Chisato's perilous situation, but to her surprise, she found him already in the process of suiting up in the corner of the kitchen. The symbiote, Toxin, enveloped him with its eerie red and navy tendrils, forming a distinctive Spider symbol on his front and back. Although Takina found the sight unsettling, she quickly shook off her unease and continued with her urgent report.
(Takina) "Karito! Chisato is in..."
(Spider-Man) "I know..."
(Takina) "Wait, how did you...?"
(Spider-Man) "I just do, don't ask too much about it." Walks towards the guest's room
(Takina) "Karito wait! Take me with you!"
(Spider-Man) "...No. Go on foot."
(Takina) "Karito! NO!"
(Spider-Man) "My enemies are going to be involved."
Once she heard about that she hesitated but remained firm.
(Takina) "Then I won't get in your way, I promise!"
(Spider-Man) "...Fine, I want you to quickly get Chisato out while I drive away the villains. Do not let them spot you by any chance." Thinks "I have a feeling that they just want to further continue to plot... I can sense the conclusion of this story coming to an end as each episode continues."
Spider-Man carefully examined the opened window, taking a moment to analyze the situation. After a brief contemplation, he directed his attention to a specific spot in the guest room and lightly tapped the floor. To everyone's surprise, a previously unnoticed trapdoor was revealed, with Karito being the only one aware of its existence. However, Takina, who was watching closely, had also caught on to this hidden feature.
(Takina) "Um... Karito? When did you?"
(Spider-Man) "Since I got here."
Takina bravely followed Karito down the trap door, which led to a laboratory room filled with an array of unfamiliar equipment and advanced technology. As she glanced around in awe, her eyes were drawn to Karito pulling a cloth off a massive object in the room. The anticipation grew as she wondered what hidden wonder was about to be revealed before her eyes.
(Takina) "W-What? Karito, you built that?"
(Spider-Man) "Yeah, I did."
(Takina) "Is this why our money suddenly went down that one time?"
(Spider-Man) "It was necessary. There's something that's coming, bigger than anything this world has ever seen and I'm the only one who can stop it. Because I know how too."
(Takina) "And... what do you call them?"
(Spider-Man) "I will make Toxin absorb the properties of this suit once it's done. I call it... The Electrically Insulated Suit."
(Takina) "This... This is for that guy with the electricity powers right?"
(Spider-Man) "Yeah. He caused way too much damage last time and I can't afford to get hit like that again." Thinks "Toxin... do your thing."
(Toxin) "Roger. The absorption process is going to take a bit so you might have to save Chisato without my help, again."
(Takina) "...It speaks..."
(Spider-Man) "That's fine. Hopefully, it won't be a three versus one."
Takina cautiously made her way to a corner of the room, where an array of weapons caught her attention. She began preparing herself to head out, ensuring her gun was ready for action. However, in her focused movements, she accidentally kicked a large blueprint lying on the floor. Intrigued by the sight, she couldn't resist picking it up and inspecting its contents. As she unfolded the blueprint, shock, and surprise washed over her as she realized the scale of what Karito was planning to build in preparation for an imminent war with the Darks.
"Tinkerer's Bomb"
"Notes: If my memory serves me right, this device was able to eliminate all symbiotes in New York in the Game Spider-Man Web Of Shadows. I'm halfway through creating this but I need to improve its performance. It cannot be city level... I need to upgrade this device to it can take the entire Country of Japan."
"Hacking skill will be heavily required"
(Takina) Mumbles "Karito... what the hell is going to happen..."
(Spider-Man) From afar "Hey, Takina! We're leaving, hurry up! Chisato is gonna be in more danger if we take any longer!"
(Takina) Surprised "Oh um... yes! Coming!"
Takina swiftly dashed towards the trap door, and with a mix of urgency and determination, she clung tightly to Spider-Man's back as he leaped out of the window. Together, they swung through the city on his webs, heading straight for Chisato's location.
To be continued...